Exhibitor's Trade Review (Mar-May 1925)

March 14, 1925 Page 55 motorcycle accident several days ago in Hollywood, while enacting a scene for her latest Century Comedy. Strange as it may seem, the title of the ccmedy is "Met By Accident." It has been temporarily heldup pending her recovery. Miss Wiley, who has gained a reputation for comedy stunt acting was riding the motorcycle at a rapid clip and attempted a trick fall which she has frequently accomplished in the past. Her skirt, however, caught on the saddle of the machine and she was thrown and dragged. She suffered severe cuts and bruises and a sprained back. She was rushed to the Angelus Hospital where she is under the care of Dr. Wesley J. Hummell, of Hollywood. She will be laid up for several weeks, it is predicted. * * * Luddy to Direct Gordon for Century Edward I. Luddy, director for the Century Film Corporation, who has been directing Wanda Wiley in a series of two-reelers for the 1925 market, among them being her current Century successes, has been shifted to the Eddie Gordon unit by Julius Stern, president of the Century organization. Miss Wiley now is taking a short vacation. Luddy's first picture with Eddie Gordon will be "Guilty Conscience," in which Frank Whitson and Nan Conner will have important parts. Both are well known character players. * * * "Uncle Tom's Gal" a New Century Comedy Edna Marian plays Little Eva in this new two-reel take-off. The Century Film Corporation announces that it has a burlesque on "Uncle Tom's Cabin" in the making. The two-reeler is called "Uncle Tom's Gal." Edna Marian is the star. The comedy includes all the melodramatic incidents of the old thriller, but done in a funny way. William Watson is directing it, and Larry Richardson and Les Bates are in the cast. Although adapted from the famous book and play, "Uncle Tom's Gal," is said to have story of its own, which gives its excellent continuity for a comedy. News Reels in Brief Pathe News No. 18 in ec New Haven. Conn. — JEli oarsmen start spring practice — ifale crew, Olympic champions, takes nrst workout of season in new IB-oar barge. 1 — Back to take the .Pathe News cameraman aboard. 2 — Slowmotion gives a novel aspect of the strain i n rowing — muscular and facial. js.ie., U-ermany — "ttotor Ship" shows power in test voyage from Dantzig to Scotland— tne Buckau, "sailing vessel without sails" anchors in harbor after storm. 1 — E n route again — propelled by its cylindrical sails the ships leaves .tuel Canal. New York City — Billiard champion victorious again — Willie Hoppe, master of the cue, defeats Bob Cannefax in a close match by 600-554. 1 — Cannefax, world's t h r e e cushion champion, in action — surpassed by Hoppe in this match. 2 — Interesting close-ups show just how Hoppe shoots "draws". Carthage, Africa — Pathe News presents exclusive views of one of most important archaeological discoveries in recent times through expedition into North Africa, headed by Count de Prorok. 1 — On the site of Carthage— ancient city made famous by the exploits of Hannibal and sacked by the Romans in 146 B. C. 2 — A great amphitheatre s dug out, rivaling in its historic revela HAM I LTO N I ■ COMEDIES ^1 Always add to the Box-Office Profits when co-featured in the "Ads" Presents LLOYD HAMILTON Half a Hero" and "Hooked" THE SPICE OF THE PROGRAM" . Written and Directed by FRED HIBBARD Ben Turpin, the famous cross-eyed comedian is caught in a compromising position in this scene from "The Raspberry Romance," his latest Pathe comedy. tions, the famous Roman Coliseum. 3 — When the Carthaginian Senators attended "shows" at the amphitheatre, they had reserved seats — with their names inscribed. 4 — Count de Prorok is also first to unearth an underground town — disclosing how natives adjust themselves to primitive cave life. 5 — Wonders never cease in this land of strange civilizations and lost cities — "skyscraper mud-town" is one of the most unique discoveries of the archaeologists. Hiroshima, Japan — Every fireman a star acrobat. This seems to be the slogan in Japan, as the Annual Ladder Drill ably demonstrates. 1 — Two at a time — it's all the same to him. 2 — Even a drop in midair doesn't jar 'em. Sullivan, Ind. — 51 dead in mine disaster. Terrific gas explosion takes its appalling toll — relatives of victims keep vigil at mine shaft as rescuers toil below. 1 — For several days the miners were entombed alive till death overcame them — a fate similar to that of Collins in his cave. 2 — Those who were rescued are near complete exhaustion because of the deadly fumes. 3 — A well-earned respite for the heroes of the day. Quebec, Canada — St. Goddard wins International Dog Derby — crack drivers and teams defy driving snow storm and battle frost in canine event. 1 — An "obstacle" race — Nature's own. 2 — Emil St. Goddard, 18-year-old winner, completes 123-mile run in 12 hours. 49 minutes. International News No. 19 Troy, N. Y. — Dynamite lowers huge blast furnace in spectacular explosion. 1 — Washington, D. C. — Pres. Coolidge meets Paavo Nurmi, Finland's running marvel, and Joie Ray, his unsuccessful American rival. Nurmi at right. 2 — Washington, D. C. — Six-foot cops are chosen for the White House guard — rivalling King George's famous giants at Buckingham Palace. 3 — Seattle, Wash. — Medical science comes to the aid of injured American Eagle. New York City — President's okay makes hobby-horse riding popular. Electric broncho like that used in White House proves effective if you want to keep thin. 1 — For some folks it's no joke. 2 — A couple of real jockeys —watch 'em go. Seattle, Wash. — Falls aplenty as motorcycle champions defy steep hills. Western riders introduce thrilling new version of "hare and hounds". 1 — 1 eaning the hilltop — some do and some don't. Orleans, Mass — (An International Exclusive) — Desperate efforts fail to free trapped submarine.